Ceretto helps pass historic preservation bill

by jmaloni

Press release

Wed, Mar 13th 2013 08:00 am

Assemblyman
John Ceretto, R-I-C-Lewiston, helped pass legislation he co-sponsored
to support the development of the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad
as a premier destination for both academic research and tourism.

The
bill (A.05052) gives the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage
Commission additional time to assist local agencies with the initial
implementation of the management plan.

"The
Underground Railroad is an important part of the Niagara Falls' and
this nation's historic and cultural history," Ceretto said. "This
bill will help to ensure that the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad
Heritage corridor becomes an integral part of the region's tourism
industry while providing students and visitors with vast information
regarding one of our nation's most significant historical events."

Ceretto
noted the commission's extension coincides with redevelopment plans
of the Robert Moses Parkway, which includes an Underground Railroad
museum near the Whirlpool Bridge (one of the main Underground
Railroad routes into Canada).

"The
museum and other projects being planned by the commission will help
to showcase the rich and diverse history of African Americans, while
highlighting their strong heritage and cultural impact on Western New
York," Ceretto said.